Malacañang has announced the suspension of government work and classes in both public and private schools on Monday, September 22, 2025, as the country braces for the impact of Super Typhoon Nando and the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat).
The decision covers Metro Manila and a wide range of provinces across Luzon and parts of the Visayas, where heavy rains, strong winds, and possible flooding are expected. The Palace said the move is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students, government employees, and the public amid worsening weather conditions.
Areas Covered by Suspension
The suspension order applies to the following areas:
- Metro Manila
- Abra
- Antique
- Apayao
- Bataan
- Batanes
- Batangas
- Benguet
- Bulacan
- Cagayan
- Cavite
- Ifugao
- Ilocos Norte
- Ilocos Sur
- Isabela
- Kalinga
- La Union
- Laguna
- Mountain Province
- Nueva Ecija
- Nueva Vizcaya
- Occidental Mindoro
- Oriental Mindoro
- Pampanga
- Pangasinan
- Palawan
- Romblon
- Rizal
- Tarlac
- Zambales
The Palace noted that additional areas may be included as the storm continues to move closer to Philippine landmass. Local government units (LGUs) are also authorized to declare suspensions based on their respective risk assessments.
Public Advisory
The Department of Education (DepEd) reminded schools to shift to modular and online learning, where possible, to minimize disruptions to academic schedules. Meanwhile, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) directed government agencies involved in disaster response, health services, and critical operations to continue functioning with skeletal or full personnel as necessary.
Citizens were urged to remain alert and to monitor advisories from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) and their local disaster risk reduction offices. With Nando expected to bring torrential rains, residents in flood-prone and landslide-prone communities were advised to prepare for possible evacuations.
Safety First
Malacañang emphasized that the suspension aims to protect lives and reduce risks as Super Typhoon Nando, coupled with the southwest monsoon, threatens to intensify adverse weather conditions over large parts of the country. Authorities urged the public to stay indoors, secure essential supplies, and prioritize safety until conditions improve.